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Robert Slack
Bandon
2011-02-11
$176 (cart not included), played on Thursday, April 2009 at 6am
Wow! What more can you say about this world class resort! I have been to Bandon 3 different times and have played 3 of the 4 courses. Bandon Dunes, Bandon Trails, and Pacific Dunes. No matter what the conditions this place is golfing nirvana. I have been to Ireland and Scotland and if someone blindfolded you and dropped you in the fairway along the ocean of Bandon Dunes you would swear you were at Ballybunion! Every hardcore golfer should make this trek. I can't wait to return and play all 4 golf courses including the newest course Old MacDonald. If you want to take a trip with your buddies (up to 8 golfers) I highly recommend staying at the O'Brien House. You pay a little more for the golf but the house is awesome!
Would travel: 120-300 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Ranks with the best in this price level, Best course in the area
Condition of Course, Difficulty, Layout, Ambiance, No Houses on Course, Pace of Play, Staff, Clubhouse, Pro Shop
$176 (cart not included), played on Thursday, April 2009 at 6am
Wow! What more can you say about this world class resort! I have been to Bandon 3 different times and have played 3 of the 4 courses. Bandon Dunes, Bandon Trails, and Pacific Dunes. No matter what the conditions this place is golfing nirvana. I have been to Ireland and Scotland and if someone blindfolded you and dropped you in the fairway along the ocean of Bandon Dunes you would swear you were at Ballybunion! Every hardcore golfer should make this trek. I can't wait to return and play all 4 golf courses including the newest course Old MacDonald. If you want to take a trip with your buddies (up to 8 golfers) I highly recommend staying at the O'Brien House. You pay a little more for the golf but the house is awesome!